OBITUARY: Arla Lesky, 85, of Ionia

Arla Lesky, 85, of Ionia, went to join her Lord and deceased husband, John, on Wednesday, December 26, 2012. Arla was born on May 1, 1927 in Ionia to Merle and Mary Rusnell.

Arla Lesky, 85, of Ionia, went to join her Lord and deceased husband, John, on Wednesday, December 26, 2012. Arla was born on May 1, 1927 in Ionia to Merle and Mary Rusnell.

She lived her entire life in Ionia and was a member of St.Peter and Paul Catholic Church. Arla worked a variety of jobs throughout her life, but most enjoyed the years she spent at Ionia High School as the Assistant Librarian.

Arla is remembered by her family and friends as a woman of incredible grace, patience, and perseverance. She modeled unconditional love for her family, seeing only the best in everyone.

Arla was preceded in death by her parents, her husband John, her infant grandson John, her brother Dale, sister Artis, and brother Jay.